The best gravel rides around Allamuchy

Kittatinny Valley Park is a popular outdoor recreation area. It has several lakes, including Lake Aeroflex, the deepest natural lake in New Jersey. There are several miles of hiking trails that run through the park, including the Sussex Branch Trail, a 21-mile rail trail that runs through several townships.

The Sussex Branch Trail is a 21-mile-long trail that runs from Branchville to Byram. This section of the trail runs through Allamuchy State Park and is mostly flat. The trail passes through some beautiful woodlands and several lakes.

Warbasse Junction is the intersection of the Sussex Branch Trail and the Paulinskill Valley Trail. There are no facilities at this spot, but there are some information boards to give you some valuable information about the area.

The Sussex Branch Trail is a 21-mile multiuse trail. The trail follows an old railroad corridor and runs between Branchville and Byram. The path is unpaved and changes between dirt, grass, and cinder.

Great, small wooden bridge over Paulins Kill River. The river is very narrow and not very deep at this point, so the bridge is a short walk to get across. The bridge has no hand ropes, so make sure you are physically able to cross the bridge before attempting.

Paulinskill River Wildlife Management Area is a 2,300 acre nature preserve along the Paulinskill River. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including eagles, herons, turtles, and bobcats. The Sussex Branch Trail runs through the southern section of the WMA.

Lake Paulinskill is situated just west of the town of Newton. It is a long narrow 174-acre lake with full tree lined shores. The view here looking over the bridge on Swartswood Road is particularly nice.

A tranquil escape for hikers, cyclists, and nature enthusiasts exploring the scenic Sussex Branch Trail. It's wildly popular for wildlife viewing and birding.